Blue Vervain (Verbena hastada)

Blue Vervain is an old herbal remedy that is said to relieve respiratory and liver congestion, cleanse toxins and act as a general tonic that produces an overall feeling of well-being. It is believed to be one of the best nerve herbs in the entire herbal kingdom. It is a great anti-spasmodic herb and a muscle relaxer. It soothes and builds damaged nerves, and often used to relieve nervous coughs, anxiety, fever pains of a nervous origin and insomnia. Blue Vervain can prove effective for maintaining oral hygiene and dental health, as it treats bleeding gums, mouth ulcers, and gingivitis. In women, this herb is thought to promote menstruation, reduce cramping, and increase the production of breast milk after childbirth. As an herbal expectorant, it helps to loosen and expel phlegm from the throat and chest. It is considered one of the best herbs to help alleviate the onset of a cold, especially with upper respiratory inflammation of the lungs. In ancient times it was used for treating fever, diarrhea, and gout.

This herb is said to possess sedative, antispasmodic, stimulant, analgesic, anti-bacterial, emmenagogue, vulnerary, hypotensive, astringent, vermifuge, galactagogue, sedative, alterative and diuretic properties. Modern uses of the herbal extract are as a relaxing nervine with a particular affinity for the digestion, the liver, and gallbladder. It is also a very helpful herb in convalescence and recommended in cases of ME and post viral fatigue. It has a calming effect and most helpful for those are exposed to prolonged stress and strain.

Blue Vervain herbal extract can strengthen and relax the nervous system, which is why it is widely used to reduce anxiety. Herbalist, Culpepper, describes it as being useful for those who are frantic, and particularly for helping to calm and center the stressed out, workaholics of the world. It has a very calming effect on those who feel scattered and fearful or anxious. Due to its affinity with the liver, it is also very helpful when we are irritable or angry. Its antispasmodic and calming action helps to soothe menstrual cramps, and makes it a prime solution for PMS symptoms, and promotes sleep. It is often used in hormonal headaches due to these effects. The herb has a cleansing effect on the liver, helping to flush out hormones while increasing bile flow from the gallbladder. This action helps to open and move congestion which is often an underlying factor in menstrual complaints.

As an herbal diuretic, it encourages the flow of urine and helps to get rid of urinary bladder infection and remove toxins and obstructions. It is said to be helpful in cases of gout by promoting the flow and expulsion of uric acid. Many diaphoretics when taken in a cold tea, this action can be more diuretic, so it can be useful for dissolving kidney stones in the past. This is most likely due to its mix of anti-spasmodic, pain relieving, and toning actions.

The herbal tincture can be used as a good laxative as well. Studies suggest that regular use can ease vomiting, thus relieving stomach pain. It has been found to be an effective remedy for digestive disorders, including bloating, flatulence, diarrhea, and is known to be quite helpful for the piles.

Blue Vervain, as a parasitic, has been used to destroy and expel parasites and worms from the intestines and is often said to work where other remedies fail. The herbal is an excellent overall tonic that supports the entire body and exerts a strengthening and nourishing effect and a general feeling of well-being. This herb is also helpful during convalescence from disease and has been used in cases of debility and anorexia.

Research has shown that Blue Vervain tincture has anti-inflammatory properties that help relieve respiratory inflammation. As an expectorant, it loosens phlegm from the throat and chest and is considered one of the best herbal remedies when taken at the onset of a cold. It is extremely beneficial in dealing with asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, sore throat and lung congestion. Moreover, Blue Vervain promotes sweating and thereby cools the body and reduces intermittent fevers, inducing sweating not only works to reduce fever, but it also acts to rid the body of toxins through the skin. This also helps the skin look fresh and young looking.

The natural astringent and anti-inflammatory properties of the herb have been used as a natural remedy for various skin infections. It is also suggested that it may safeguard wounds from infections and helps to get rid of the toxins inflicted from insect bites.

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Instructions: Use 6-12 drops in juice or water, under the tongue or as desired. May be taken 3 times daily. Shake well. Store in cool dark place. Keep out of reach of children.

Contraindications: No adverse effects of Blue Vervain have been reported to this date. However, Blue Vervain should not be used during pregnancy, as it may be a uterine stimulant. Overuse (many times the recommended dosage) may cause vomiting, but small doses are thought to relieve gastric irritation.

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